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New Senior Deduction (2025–2028): What Taxpayers 65+ Need to Know
by: John B Love IIIPublished on: 02/01/2026Learn how the temporary $6,000 senior deduction (2025–2028) works, who qualifies at age 65+, how the MAGI phaseout applies, and how it stacks with the additional standard deduction.
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New for 2025–2028: The Qualified Passenger Vehicle Loan Interest Deduction (Up to $10,000)
by: John B Love IIIPublished on: 02/01/2026Learn about the new 2025–2028 deduction for qualified passenger vehicle loan interest—up to $10,000—plus income phaseouts, vehicle eligibility rules, and what you need to claim it.
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New Deduction for Qualified Tips (2025–2028): What Tipped Workers Need to Know
by: John B Love IIIPublished on: 02/01/2026A plain-English breakdown of the new qualified tips deduction available for 2025–2028, including what counts as tips, reporting requirements, income limits, and who may not qualify.
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